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How to automatically download and install software updates on your Kindle Voyage

Like other devices, your Kindle Voyage can contain any type of bugs. That’s why it is vital to update your Kindle Voyage as soon as the latest updates become available.

Software updates (usually) include security, speed, stability, performance improvements, new features and various bug fixes.

The latest Kindle Voyage software updates is Kindle 5.6.1.0.5 (as of March 3, 2015) and includes performance improvements and bug fixes.

If you are a newbie to Kindle Voyage and you want to know how to determine the current software version, and how to download and install it on your Kindle Voyage, please read on.

How to determine the current software version

You can determine the current software version on your Kindle Voyage by following these steps:

Make sure that your Kindle Voyage is connected to a wireless network.

Tap the Menu button and then tap the Settings on your Kindle Voyage.

Tap the Menu button and then tap the Device Info. The latest Firmware Version is Kindle 5.6.1.0.5. So, if it shows a previous version, for instance Kindle 5.6.1.0.1 (see image above) or older then you’ll have to update your Kindle Voyage.

How to automatically download and install the software update

You can automatically download and install the (latest) software update on your Kindle Voyage by following these steps:

Tap Update Your Kindle on your Settings. You’ll be prompted with the following notification: “You are about to update the software on your Kindle. Do you wish to continue?”